2001 Audi Allroad vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 2001 Audi Allroad is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 340 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS.
Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 1965 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Allroad | DS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
